In 2015, McDermott’s protection helped lead the way for the Panthers’ 15-1 common season and run to Tremendous Bowl 50. The Panthers ranked second within the NFL in yards allowed per play (4.9), sixth in scoring protection (19.3) and whole protection (322.9). The defense led the league in interceptions (24), takeaways (39), points off turnovers (148) and turnover differential (+20) and tied a franchise document with four interception return touchdowns.

The Buffalo Bills wish to sweep the Jets for the third time in four years after they travel to New York for this week’s TNF matchup. Buffalo Bills linebacker Preston Brown mentioned on ‘Good Morning Football’ on Thursday the difference between the 2016 and 2017 squads is a simplified protection. LeSean McCoy’s struggles performed an enormous role in the Buffalo Bills’ incapacity to generate offense for much of their 34-21 loss to the Jets.